
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riviera Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,800 (50 Rentals)
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823 E De La Guerra St

1232 Laguna St

708 N Alisos St

1315 Olive St

526 E Anapamu St

522-526 E Anapamu St

1620 Garden St

522 E Anapamu St

610 Maple Ave
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1226 Alta Vista Rd

503 E Anapamu St

515 E Arrellaga St

321 E Valerio St

Arrellaga Manor

1805 Chapala St

1111 E Cota St

501 E Micheltorena St

Oak Terrace

1323 Olive St
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801 E Anapamu St

1611 Anacapa St

815 E De La Guerra St

1501 Santa Barbara St

16 W Islay St

810 E Canon Perdido St

323 E Victoria St

Villa Pines

401 E Victoria St

331 E Victoria St
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521 E Arrellaga St

1233 Alta Vista Rd

817 E De La Guerra St

1606 Grand Ave

806-808 N Voluntario St

421 Montgomery St

802-804 N Voluntario St

Plaza Riviera

Casa Azul

Park East Apartments
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820 E Canon Perdido St

Riviera Hills Apartments

Sycamore Apartments

1825 State St

1313 Olive St

1521 Laguna St

809 E De La Guerra St

411 E Micheltorena St

Alta Vista Garden Apartments

1628 State St
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Riviera, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riviera?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riviera 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,641 | $2,450 | $2,925 |
| Riviera 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,600 | $4,600 | $4,600 |
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Cheapest Available Riviera Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Plaza Riviera | The Classic Two | 2BR,2BA | $4,100 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riviera Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riviera Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riviera Apartment is $2,450 at Villa Flores Apartments.
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